{"product_id":"fothergills-marigold-french-red-cherry-seeds","title":"Fothergill's Marigold French Red Cherry Seeds","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eTagetes patula\u003c\/i\u003e, a premium French Marigold selection celebrated for its intense colouration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Class:\u003c\/b\u003e Half Hardy Annual, establishing rapidly from seed to provide a heavy profusion of flowers in the exact same season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStriking Appearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features unique mahogany-red, double-crested flower heads decorated with a contrasting golden border that stands out vividly against lush green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e Reaches a neat, manageable height of 25cm (10in) with a compact, bushy, and ground-covering habit that holds its shape beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePractical Companion Planting:\u003c\/b\u003e Functions as an excellent, natural pest deterrent in vegetable plots while simultaneously attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVersatile Garden Layout:\u003c\/b\u003e Highly versatile and perfect for formal border edging, geometric flower beds, or packed tightly into patio containers and window boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal for Cutting:\u003c\/b\u003e The vibrant, sturdy flower heads make a great choice for cutting, allowing you to bring rich country colours indoors for fresh floral arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives at its absolute best when planted in well-drained soil and positioned in full sun, showing excellent drought tolerance once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSowing Location:\u003c\/b\u003e For an early summer display, sow seeds undercover in trays of high-quality seed compost from late winter to mid-spring. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors into finely prepared soil once all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWatering Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e Maintain regular and even watering during the early germination and establishment stages; once mature, allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Care:\u003c\/b\u003e Deadhead the faded crested flower heads regularly throughout the summer months; this straightforward routine prevents early seed formation and successfully extends the overall blooming period until the arrival of autumn frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57651378028927,"sku":"FTG-47087","price":3.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0305\/7713\/1659\/files\/Fothergill_s_Marigold_French_Red_Cherry_Seeds.jpg?v=1780217093","url":"https:\/\/www.sam-turner.co.uk\/products\/fothergills-marigold-french-red-cherry-seeds","provider":"Sam Turner \u0026 Sons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}